Nollywood Ambassadors Award (NAA), a ceremony to recognise and pay tribute to relevant stakeholders who have contributed to the growth of Nollywood is set to debut in Abuja on September 29, 2019.

Mr Sunny-Ken Awoji, President of Nollywood Ambassadors International Initiative and organisers of the event, made this known in an interview with the Newsmen on Friday in Abuja.

According to Awoji, there are individuals, government functionaries and organisations that have helped in various ways toward shaping the Nigerian movie industry, popularly known as Nollywood over the years that deserve accolades.

“Nigerians and Non-Nigerians alike, who have contributed to the exponential growth and development of the filmmaking industry to where it is today, is our worthy Ambassador that should be honoured.

“There is no doubt Nollywood is now a global brand, and it is time to celebrate our brand Ambassadors for their immense contributions to the growth of the brand that has created jobs for many Nigerians.

“Anyone across every sector, who have shown uncommon patriotism in one way or the other needs to be so honoured.

“They all need to be celebrated for them to be inspired and do more for Nollywood.

“Therefore, on September 29, at the Sheraton Hotels, Nollywood shall celebrate these worthy Ambassadors of our great industry,” he said.